Regeneration Processes

Regeneration Processes

Eastern redbud reproduces by bird dispersed seeds [47]. On average,first reproduction occurs when an individual is about 15 feet tall (4.5m), although sometimes blooming begins when trees are 5 to 7 feet(1.5-2.1 m) in height [14]. Pods may be borne by 5-year-old easternredbud, with a maximum reproductive age of 75 years. Good seed cropsusually occur in alternate years [56]. The seeds exhibit combineddormancy: internal dormancy plus a hard, impermeable seedcoat [46]. Innursery practice, both scarification and cold, moist stratification arerequired for germination [59].

Eastern redbud sprouts from the roots or root crown following topkill [5].